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Hybrids
Ben Sayers Srixon TaylorMade
M8 AD r7 CGB MAX Rescue
The M8’s sleeker Srixon believe the This high trajectory
head shape with replacement for their hybrid features a
smaller offset original AD Hybrid triangular head-
increases the is a more powerful shape which
club’s versatility weapon, thanks to incorporates
and increases the the deeper CG created an
range of shots for all by their heaviest ever exceptionally
skill levels. A lighter Tungsten nickel weights far-back CG
shaft with firmer tip and that are inserted in both the location, making
lower kick point produce a toe and heel of the club. it easier to launch
higher launch angle with increased These are positioned for greater the ball high. A
accuracy. consistency and accuracy and deep, shallow
An M8 Tour version features removable increase the sweet spot, as well as clubface promotes
weights to promote draw and fade bias. The creating a more powerful face at increased spin, longer
head is designed with a toe cut profile to impact. The club also has shock carry and added distance.
reduce drag and improve clubhead stability absorbing gel positioned in the sole, The SuperFast
throughout the swing. The M8 comes in lofts dampening vibration at impact and 55-gram shaft is exceptionally
of 17° (men only), 20°, 23° and 26° (ladies improving the feel. The clubs are lightweight and stable to
only). fitted with a proprietary SV 3009 promote distance and
SRP: M8 £39.99; M8 Tour £69.99 Graphite shaft that has a mid flex accuracy. The r7 CGB MAX
www.bensayersgolf.com point. Lofts are 19º, 22º and 25º, Rescue hybrids are available in
the latter two available for ladies men’s 3 (19°), 4 (22°) and 5
also. (25°), (3 and 4 are available in
SRP: £99 left-handed). Shaft flexes include
www.srixon.co.uk S, R and M.
SRP: £139
www.taylormadegolf.com
Tour Edge
Wilson
Bazooka GeoMax FYbrid
Designed for the average golf The Wilson Golf R&D team
club member, the Tour Edge developed this club with a new
Bazooka GeoMax features a sole with heel, toe and central
deeper clubface for greater head shaping to boost playability from all
stability and forgiveness on off-centre lies. The central relief helps stop the
shots. club bouncing into the ball at impact if
Using the same technology as the GeoMax Driver it hits the ground too early, a common
and Fairway Woods, the GeoMax hybrid uses a 20-gram cause of thin shots. The toe and heel reliefs also
tungsten weight in the rear sole to lower and deepen the make the clubs more playable from sloping lies and
Centre of Gravity for higher launch and shots that land softly from allow the club to be laid open or closed for more advanced
further out. shot-making. The Fybrid family covers driver and the 6-iron lofts,
The weight repositioning, along with the wide and deep face design give delivering measurable distances between the clubs they replace or, in the
this Hybrid a very high MOI. case of the 19.5° model, providing a bridge that lies between current
The GeoMax Hybrids are designed to be interchangeable with the fairway woods and hybrids. Lofts are 15º, 18º, 19.5º, 21º, 24º and 27º.
GeoMax irons; they have consistent loft gapping and therefore distance SRP: £109
control, important when substituting easier-to-hit hybrids for the longer www.wilson.com/golf
irons.
Recent recognition for the GeoMax Hybrid (Silver in the Golf Digest 2008
Club Test and an outstanding review within the June Golf World magazine)
have boosted the club.
Lofts available are 17º, 19º, 22º, 25º and 28º.
SRP: £tbc
www.touredge.com
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